Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion

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Official Bluesky account of the Mayor's Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion. We help businesses launch, grow, and thrive in the City of Boston.

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Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· 19d

Safely enjoy Downtown Boston’s Social Districts this summer through July 31! View and follow guidelines to enjoy the Districts, support local businesses, and help keep the areas clean and safe at boston.gov/social-district-guidelines

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· 20d

Boston, get ready for Open Streets! This summer and fall, Open Streets Boston will return to Allston-Brighton, Jamaica Plain, and Mattapan and take place for the first time in Roslindale. Learn more at boston.gov/open-streets

Group of people enjoying outdoor activities like biking, dancing, and music for Boston's Open Streets event from August to October 2026.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· 21d

From packed bars to surging short-term rental prices to record transit ridership, early data suggests Boston’s run as a FIFA World Cup host city delivered a meaningful boost to the city’s economy. 🔗 https://www.boston.com/news/world-cup/2026/07/20/boston-world-cup-economic-impact/

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· 22d

Calling all Boston small business owners! Join the Office of Small Business for their upcoming Summer Contract Series for Small Businesses led by Province Consulting Group. Learn more and register at boston.gov/smallbusiness

Summer Contract Series for small businesses by Province Consulting Group with sessions on proposal development and pricing strategies via Zoom in August.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· 29d

Boston bars and restaurants still have the opportunity to apply to extend their hours through the end of the month. Learn more and apply at boston.gov/3am-extension.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· 29d

Explore Boston with the City of Boston's Neighborhood Business Guide! 🔗 https://www.boston.gov/departments/small-business-development/neighborhood-business-guide

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jul 13

Proposals for a consultant to assist the City of Boston in designing and conducting a comprehensive Disparity Study are due Friday, July 30 at 12 PM. Access this RFP and related documents on the City of Boston’s Supplier Portal via procurement.boston.gov (Event ID: EV00017483).

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jul 9

Watch the FIFA World Cup™ quarterfinals and support Boston’s small businesses! https://www.boston.gov/news/check-out-quarter-finals-and-support-small-businesses

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jul 8

Step into the Hyatt Regency Boston just steps from theaters, restaurants, and nightlife in Downtown Boston and you'll discover Elöre Atelier, Boston's only luxury hat-making studio and boutique founded by Salomé Bissa Kopasz. Watch our latest spotlight on Elöre Atelier: https://youtu.be/iPj7Nlg6RhA

Photo of Salome Kopasz at Elore Atelier.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jul 1

In honor of Boston’s 250th, we’re excited to announce our "Revolutionary Companies” video series spotlighting innovative Boston companies. First up in this series is Ginkgo Bioworks, a biotech company based in Boston’s Seaport. Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/2wcULV1muiI

Automated laboratory equipment inside Ginkgo Bioworks facility showcasing advanced biotech machinery.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jun 25

Harvard Book Store plans to open a new location in the Historic Yankee Publishing Building at 33 Union Street this fall. Read more from the Boston Business Journal: https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2026/06/15/harvard-bookstore-downtown-boston-expansion.html

Historic Yankee Publishing Building facade with large windows and black and gold signage at 33, Boston.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jun 23

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jun 22

Learn the ins and outs of opening a restaurant in Boston with the City of Boston’s Restaurant Guide! Learn more and view the City of Boston’s Restaurant Guide at boston.gov/restaurants

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jun 17

As of Monday night, the Boston Licensing Board has approved later closing times for 191 Boston businesses during the FIFA World Cup™ through July 31. View all businesses with extended hours from Boston.com: https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2026/06/16/boston-bars-hours-world-cup/

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jun 16

Join the City of Boston for an informative panel discussion focused on how your organization can provide jobs to citizens re-entering the workforce at the Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library tomorrow at 1 pm. 🔗 Register: boston.gov/re-entry-jobs-panel

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· Jun 15

Happy #CannabisEmpowermentWeek Boston! Beginning today through June 21, the City of Boston’s Cannabis Industry Development Team will lead a series of interactive, educational, and community-oriented events. View the full schedule and register for all events at boston.gov/cew

Poster for 2026 Cannabis Empowerment Week in Boston, June 15-21, celebrating the cannabis industry and community impact.

Schedule of Cannabis Empowerment Week 2026 events in Boston from June 15-20 with dates, locations, and times listed.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 30

Submit your #SmallBusinessMonth BINGO to the Office of Small Business by 3 pm tomorrow! Learn more and download the City of Boston's Small Business Month BINGO card at boston.gov/small-business-month One winner will be notified within 24 hours of the deadline.

Bingo card with activities promoting support for small businesses in Boston during Small Business Month, featuring tasks like visiting legacy businesses and dining at food trucks.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 29

Close out #SmallBusinessMonth by checking out events that support small business owners and entrepreneurs this weekend! Learn more about Small Business Month and view events at boston.gov/small-business-month #boston #smallbusiness #bostonevents

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 26

As we celebrate the final week of #SmallBusinessMonth, make sure to check out these featured events taking place this week supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs across Boston! View these events and additional events led by the City of Boston and partners at boston.gov/small-business-month.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 22

We're proud to reflect on the Office of Small Business' work in supporting Boston's small businesses this past year through their latest report: Standing on Business: Office of Small Business 2025 Year in Review. 🔗: https://indd.adobe.com/view/f5381ea4-8d19-4211-8fa5-b5cb0f5a3090

Cover of the 2025 Year in Review report by Boston's Office of Small Business featuring local business scenes in a blue-toned collage.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 21

Small business owners — Learn about a variety of resources available to small businesses at the Mattapan Small Business Resource Forum on May 27 at the Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library. Learn more and register by May 26: tinyurl.com/msbf2026

Flyer for Mattapan Small Business Resource Forum hosted by City of Boston Small Business and Boston Main Streets Foundation, featuring event details and registration info.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 21

Boston, get ready for Open Streets! This summer and fall, Open Streets Boston will return to Allston-Brighton, Jamaica Plain, and Mattapan and head to Roslindale for the first time. Learn more about Open Streets Boston including event details and how to get involved at boston.gov/open-streets

Boston's open streets promotional graphic featuring families, cyclists, and musicians celebrating community activities across four neighborhoods.

Promotional graphic for Open Streets Boston's event schedule from August through October 2026.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 20

Small business owners — we need your help! We're partnering with UMass Donahue Institute to conduct a survey focused on better understanding the property needs for small business owners. Learn more and complete the survey at boston.gov/commericial-property-survey

A cityscape of Boston with a call for small business owners to share their commercial space needs via a survey link.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 20

On 5/27, the Downtown Boston Alliance is bringing together a panel of local practitioners for a practical conversation on opening a business in Downtown Boston. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/opening-your-business-in-downtown-boston-tickets-1988934050285?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Panel discussion event poster about starting a business in downtown Boston with date, time, and location details.

Headshots of five panelists with their names and titles for a Downtown Boston Alliance event, including a forum moderator, business owners, and city officials.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 19

Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business and Velasquez Tax and Business Services for "From Chaos to Capital: Financials That Fuel Growth." 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 🕙 10 am - 11:30 am 🔗 Register: https://www.boston.gov/calendar/chaos-capital-financials-fuel-growth

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 18

Check out these featured Small Business Month events and additional events led by the City of Boston and partners at boston.gov/small-business-month. Stay tuned as we share more Small Business Month events throughout the month!

Schedule of Boston Small Business Month events for Week 3, including virtual and in-person sessions from May 19 to 23.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 15

Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business and Tran Vu Arts for Artist as Entrepreneur: Positioning Creatives as Small Business Owners. 📅 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 🕙 5 pm to 7 pm 🔗 Register: https://boston.gov/calendar/artist-entrepreneur-positioning-creatives-small-business-owners

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 13

Join the Office of Small Business and The Sacred Rose Center for “Built to Last: Don’t Let Your Business Break You” on May 14 (in-person) or May 15 (virtual). Learn more and register: boston.gov/small-business-month

Flyer for Small Business Month event titled 'Built to Last' on May 14, 2026, from 6-8 PM at 1 Westinghouse Plaza, Hyde Park, MA.

Virtual workshop on May 15, 2026, helping women entrepreneurs build resilient businesses from 10 to 11:30 AM.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 11

Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business as we celebrate #SmallBusinessMonth this May! Check out these featured Small Business Month events and additional events led by the City of Boston and partners at boston.gov/small-business-month.

Schedule of Week 2 small business events in Boston from May 13 to 16 with dates, locations, and times listed.

Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion@oeoi· May 6

Support the small and local shops, cafes, and service businesses that keep our city's heart beating when you participate in Small Business Month BINGO this month. Download the City of Boston’s Small Business Month BINGO card at boston.gov/small-business-month